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Fully Human, Fully Divine is an invitation to an embodied Advent. Over the course of four weeks, it encourages us to embrace the experience of the Advent season fully, with our whole selves and remember that Jesus showed us what it is meant to be both fully human and fully divine. It challenges us to live right here, right now as we await the birth of the Christ Child, the embodiment of God's presence in our midst. During a season that often becomes stressful and overwhelming, we are rarely permitted time to be present in our own bodies. We forget that our bodies are blessed and consecrated. God did not create the body to bring us doubt or shame, instead, God created us as living, breathing human beings who have the ability to live wholly - body and spirit together. In this book, the author, whitney Simpson, suggests practices that will help us focus on the body God created and embrace what it means to be fully human. By letting go of external demands and giving ourselves permission to be present as we listen for God in our lives, we can learn what it looks like to notice and pay attention to our bodies. Each chapter covers one week of Advent and each week focuses on one of the following themes: Slow down and hope, Simplify for Peace, Sit with Joy, and Savor God's Love. Within each week are a rotation of daily practices including breath prayer, mindful movemenet, lectio divina, visio divina (which utilizes beautiful, colorful works of art each week that are included in the book), Christian meditation, creative contemplation, and practicing presence. The book also includes tips on contemplation beyond Christmas, suggestions for small groups and small-group leaders, and advice on creating safe sacred space for small groups.

December 25th is the rarest of all birthdays making those who celebrate it that much more unique. A Christmas Birthday is double the fun in one day and extra special! Happy Christmas Birthday explores the seasonal fun leading up to celebrating a birthday on Christmas Day.

It is Christmas Eve, and excitement fills the air as young Timmy and his family gather at Grandma's house for the holidays. But amidst the joy and merriment Timmy worries that Santa might forget him, and his absence from home will lead to an empty stocking on Christmas morning. However, a heart warming surprise awaits; showing Timmy that the spirit of Christmas is boundless, reaching wherever love resides.This touching rhyming tale captures the essence of family togetherness, the magic of the holiday season, and the comforting message that no distance can dim the light of Christmas joy. This is a timeless story that will resonate with young readers and families, reminding them that the warmth of the season always finds its way.

Mit diesem Buch werden Sie Feiertage wie Ostern, Pfingsten, Weihnachten und Silvester neu entdecken. Lernen Sie in der Chronologie des Jahreslaufs eine Vielzahl kultureller und meist auch überraschender sowie kurioser Hintergründe kennen und erfahren Sie, wie die jeweiligen Jahresfeste zu ihren besonderen organismischen Begleitern bzw. Symbolträgern kamen. Thematisiert und erläutert werden beispielsweise folgende Sachverhalte:Was hat Neujahr mit Hering und Weidenrinde zu tun?Warum sind Weihrauch und Myrrhe etwas Besonderes?Welche Palmen sind am Palmsonntag dabei?Ist der Osterhase eventuell ein Kaninchen?Pfingsten und die weiße Taube ¿ ein Verständnisfehler?Johanniskraut und die ¿Pille¿Ein paar Hintergründe zu Jack O¿Lantern und HalloweenWas hat es mit den Barbarazweigen auf sich?Wieso hat Rudi das Rentier eine rote Nase?Von den Kamelen der Heiligen Drei Könige über den Pfingstochsen bis zum Schlittengespann des Weihnachtsmannes spannt sich somit ein thematisch weiter Bogen kreuz und quer durch unsere Kulturgeschichte. Die einzelnen Kapitel lesen sich amüsant und unterhaltsam.

I've always been a light sleeper, easily awakened by the slightest unfamiliar noise. Tonight was no exception. As I stirred from my sleep, a sense of unease settled in the pit of my stomach. Someone was in the living room. Could it be one of my sisters? Without hesitating, I glanced over and saw both of them sound asleep in their beds. So, who was out there? A robber, perhaps? Fear gripped me, and I prayed fervently that no harm would come to my family.With utmost caution, I tiptoed out of bed, determined to investigate. Like a shadow, I made my way through the hallway, careful not to make a sound. The only option was to wake up my oblivious parents, who remained fast asleep in their own room. They hadn't noticed the disturbance at all. But then, I heard it-a faint rustling of paper and the clink of a glass being shifted on the table. The realization hit me like a bolt of lightning. I had to discover the intruder's identity, and I had to do it quickly.

Flavored by young Setareh's curiosity and fueled by stars overhead, this compelling tale will lead you on an adventure to far-off lands and to the front door of one of the most important events in history. -Katie M. Reid, author of Made Like Martha and A Very Bavarian ChristmasOnly once in a great while does a truly new and original Christmas story emerge to delight both children and adults, giving them a renewed sense of wonder at the advent of Christ's birth... Enjoy Setareh's journey and take a journey of your own, viewing the old, old story from a fresh and intriguing perspective. Sharon Gamble, Founder and Director of Sweet Selah Ministries -Author of Sweet Selah Moments and Give Me Wings to Soar

Graphic novel adaptation of the upcoming star-studded animated holiday special with the voices of Wil Wheaton, Jerry O'Connell, Jodie Sweetin, and more!The year is 1985, and all that Billy “Grubbs” Watson wants for Christmas is one simple thing: a golf cart! And to have any chance of getting his dream gift, he’ll have to do one simple thing: be good. Um… for town troublemaker Grubbs, that’s anything but simple! But with the help of (or perhaps in spite of) his energetic imaginary friend Tyler, he’ll try his darndest! Because he really, really wants that golf cart… This graphic novel penned by Grubbs creator Max Weaver adapts the upcoming animated holiday special that reunites STAND BY ME stars Jerry O'Connell and Wil Wheaton (acting together for the first time in 37 years!), TGIF icons Jodie Sweetin (FULL HOUSE's Stephanie Tanner) and Jaleel White (FAMILY MATTERS' Steve Urkel), plus Jason Marsden (A GOOFY MOVIE), Felicia Day (SUPERNATURAL), and Debi Derryberry (voice of Nickelodeon's JIMMY NEUTRON) as Grubbs.

The Twelve Days of Christmas explains a very traditional song sang during the Christmas holidays. The song story is set in the 1500s when Catholics had to go underground to escape persecution from the King of England, the first king to splinter religion on a massive level.

Join Can D. Cane on a remarkable holiday journey of love and acceptance. If you have ever felt different or that you just did not fit in, you will be inspired and touched by Can's story as he finds the true meaning of Christmas and of loving himself just as he is! Tyler is currently a senior in high school. He has always enjoyed writing short stories and is hoping that Can D. Cane will be the first of many he will use to bless others. Tyler has a heart for helping those in need and hopes this story will touch the lives of many children. When he is not writing, Tyler keeps himself busy as many other teens do, spending time with his friends and family.

Right after Thanksgiving is the busiest time of year for Santa and his crew of eight famous reindeer! Every year, the Famous Eight sleigh team from the North Pole eagerly helps Santa by going on a quest to find kids who believe in Christmas magic. In Santa's Magical Reindeer: Becoming Pen Pals, Prancer, Vixen, and Dasher go on an adventure in search of eager pen pals. On their journey, they find three rambunctious girls who eagerly exchange letters with them and become lifelong friends.sleighbellcity.com Facebook: Sleigh Bell City Instagram: sleighbellcityA portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to Kids in Crisis. kidsincrisis.org

Santa has the flu, and his reindeer too.Now Christmas is canceled, and there's nothing we can do.Or so we thought...With a little faith and an elf who can pray,Now a horse can fly, and he can save Christmas Day!

The REAL Santa Claus shares heart-warming, heart-wrenching, touching, and true stories that Santa's visitors have personally shared with him. The captivating and moving tales come directly from the hearts of Santa's believers young and old. Some will bring tears to your eyes and others will make you smile, but ALL will touch your heart and prove you're never too old to believe in the REAL Santa. "Santa's Tales" also brings you into Santa's personal life and his behind the scenes life and the importance of The Santa Way.

Kate og Ed bor i London. Hun er en ambitiøs skilsmisseadvokat med store drømme om at klatre op ad karrierestigen. Han er godt tilfreds med sit job som musiklærer og drømmer mest om at stifte familie. De er begge vokset op i den idylliske by Castleton og har været kærester siden teenageårene.Kate og Ed tager altid hjem til jul sammen, og normalt strømmer festlige julehits ud af bilens højttalere. Men i år er det anderledes. I år er bilen fyldt med en iskold tavshed, efter at et voldsomt skænderi har afsløret, at de vil noget forskelligt i livet. Det eneste, de er enige om, er, at deres forhold skal stoppe, og at de ikke vil ødelægge julen for deres familier. De har tre julebesøg på programmet, og med faste smil på læberne kører de afsted for at møde deres respektive svigerfamilier en sidste gang.Med tre julefrokoster, en gammel flamme under misteltenen og deres familiers forventninger er der lagt op til, at hjerternes fest bliver alt andet end hjertelig. Der vil være kalkuner, skænderier og raserianfald i massevis, men det bliver helt sikkert en jul, de aldrig glemmer.Joanna Bolouri har igen skrevet en charmerende juleroman, der med en blanding af ømhed og humor fortæller om livet, kærligheden og alt det, der følger med.